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Scholarships

Discover More Ways to Pay for College.

More opportunities. Less financial pressure. The Visionary Scholarship Program supports students as they pursue higher education and a brighter future.

Program Overview

Help Your Student Discover More Ways to Pay for College.

The Visionary Scholarship Program is designed to support high-school students as they pursue higher education. By helping students discover and apply for scholarship opportunities, we aim to reduce the financial pressure that too often limits college choices.

Top awards

Up to $2,500

Eligibility

Grades 9–12

Regional awards

Multiple $1,000

Administered by

American College Foundation

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Who Can Apply

Open to High-School Students in Grades 9–12.

Whether your student is just starting high school or preparing to graduate, the Visionary Scholarship Program is here to support their next step.

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Freshmen

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Sophomores

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Juniors

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Seniors

Awards: Multiple regional awards of $1,000 · Top awards up to $2,500

Application Requirements

A Simple, Scannable Checklist.

Everything your student needs to submit a complete application.

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Completed Application

All sections of the application must be completed in full.

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Transcript

Current, most recent unofficial high-school transcript.

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500-Word Essay

Essay prompt: "Why College is Important to Me." Minimum 500 words.

Essay prompt: "Why College is Important to Me." Essays must be a minimum of 500 words. Take time to make it thoughtful and authentic — it's the heart of your application.

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American College Foundation

The Visionary Scholarship Program is administered by the American College Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to student access and helping more students pursue higher education.

FAQ

Scholarship Questions, Answered.

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